Machine Operator - Metal Recycling Yard

Operator

Reporting directly to the Yard Manager, you will be a key contributor to the day-to-day operations of our recycling yard. You'll operate a range of mobile equipment, including excavators and forklifts, to sort, process, and prepare ferrous and non-ferrous metals for recycling.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced environment. Alongside equipment operation, you'll assist with material handling, loading and unloading activities, site housekeeping, and general yard duties. As part of a supportive team, you'll help ensure the site operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all operational, environmental, and quality requirements.

What you’ll be doing:

• Safely and efficiently load and unload trucks, trailers, and skip bins.
• Operate a range of mobile plant and equipment, including forklifts, material handlers, loaders, and excavators.
• Sort, grade, and process ferrous and non-ferrous metals in line with operational and quality requirements.
• Assist with the receival, processing, storage, and dispatch of recyclable materials.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe yard environment at all times.
• Adhere to environmental, health and safety, and operational policies, procedures, and standards.
• Identify, report, and assist in addressing hazards, incidents, and unsafe work practices.
• Support general yard operations and undertake additional duties as required to meet business needs.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to drivers, suppliers, and customers, ensuring a positive site experience.

What you’ll bring:

• An excavator ticket with previous operating experience is a must as is a forklift licence
• Experience operating Material Handlers, including five-grapple and shear attachments (desirable)
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to mentor and train colleagues.
• Relevant licences, tickets, and certifications applicable to the role.

Why work for us:

• Join an environmentally conscious organisation
• A competitive salary with overtime
• Opportunity to gain further certification and career progression
• Company Paid Parental leave: 12 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carers
• Health and wellbeing support: BUPA discounts and an Employee Assistance Program
• Novated leasing options providing convenience and savings
• Access exclusive superannuation sessions tailored to enhance your understanding and management of superannuation benefits

To apply, submit your CV and a brief cover letter as to why you would be a great fit for the role. We look forward to hearing from you.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organisation whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

At sims together we are a diverse group of employees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Pillars of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.